Penne with Smothered Scallops, Tomato, Basil Recipe

Name: Penne with Smothered Scallops, Tomato, Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 each tomatoes large; 2 cans tomatoes roma or plum; 1 pound sea scallops sea; 1 tablespoon garlic chopped fine; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 pound pasta, penne; 2 tablespoons parsley leaves italian, fresh; ⅓ cup vegetable oil olive; 1/4 teaspoon hot chili peppers crushed; 1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated; 1/2 cup basil leaves, fresh; 4 tablespoons parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated grated

Servings: persons

8 each tomatoes large
2 cans tomatoes roma or plum
1 pound sea scallops sea
1 tablespoon garlic chopped fine
1 teaspoon salt
1 pound pasta, penne
2 tablespoons parsley leaves italian, fresh
⅓ cup vegetable oil olive
1/4 teaspoon hot chili peppers crushed
1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
1/2 cup basil leaves, fresh
4 tablespoons parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated grated

1
Drop tomatoes, briefly into boiling water to loosen skins and peel.
2
Remove most seeds and chop coarsely.
3
Slice scallops into thin rounds about 1/4 inch thick and place in bowl with lemon rind.
4
Saute garlic in oil until pale golden and add the tomatoes, salt and hot pepper flakes.
5
Simmer for 5 minutes.
6
Boil a large pot of water, add salt and pasta.
7
Cook for 7 to 9 minutes, until barely done.
8
Drain and immediately add to sauce.
9
Add basil, chopped parsley and scallops.
10
Cover pot tightly and remove from heat.
11
Let stand 4 minutes to cook scallops.
12
Remove lid, stir in parmesan and serve.

750

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 each tomatoes large, 2 cans tomatoes roma or plum, 1 pound sea scallops sea, 1 tablespoon garlic chopped fine, and more.

Yes, Penne with Smothered Scallops, Tomato, Basil falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Penne with Smothered Scallops, Tomato, Basil

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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